Detail itinerary
DAY 1: HANOI – TUAN CHAU ISLAND – HALONG BAY – LAN HA BAY (LUNCH & DINNER)
| 07:50 - 08:20 | Morning Departure - Your journey begins with boarding Orchid bus on a scenic drive through the Red River Delta towards Ha Long Bay (The service is not included) |
| 11:00 – 11:30 | Arrival at Tuan Chau Marina - Join us at the waiting lounge (Lot 32) for check-in and enjoy a selection of special welcoming tea. |
| 11:45 – 12:00 | Boarding & Briefing - A speedboat will transfer you to the main vessel. Once aboard, enjoy a refreshing welcome drink during a brief safety orientation. |
| 12:45 – 13:00 | Lunch with a View - Savor buffet lunch while we cruise deep into the breathtaking landscapes of Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay. |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | Exploring “Ao Ech” - Discover a "hidden paradise" by kayak, immersing yourself in the pristine nature of this secluded area. |
| 16:00 – 16:45 | Transition to “Tra Bau” - We continue cruising through the bay to reach our overnight anchor point in Tra Bau. This area offers a serene landscape, perfect for immersing yourself in the bay's natural beauty |
| 18:00 – 18:15 | A Culinary Journey - Join our culinary team for a cooking demonstration or enjoy "Happy Hour" at the bar as the sun sets. Professional massage services are also available for your relaxation. Option: Massage service available. Please book with our Cruise Manager directly. |
| 19:15 – 19:30 | Gourmet Dinner - Experience a sophisticated fusion dinner prepared with the freshest ingredients in an elegant neoclassical setting. |
| 21:00 – 21:30 | Nighttime Leisure - End your first night under the stars. Try your hand at squid fishing, watch a movie in our restaurant, or simply relax at the sundeck bar. |
| 23:00 | Overnight on board. |
DAY 2: HA LONG BAY – HANOI (BREAKFAST & BRUNCH)
| 06:00 – 06:30 | Morning Reflections - Refresh your senses with a final sunrise Tai Chi session. Breakfast is served as we continue our journey through the karst landscape. |
| 07:40 – 07:55 | Trung Trang Cave Exploration - We progress to Trung Trang cave by our bus on Cat Ba Island which is located in the middle of Cat Ba National Park with Kim-Giao forest around the cave. Trung Trang cave located in Trung Trang Valley, which is 15km away from the northwest of Cat Ba town. The cave is 300m long through the mountain, possessing a mysterious beauty due to the geological tectonics in million years along with many historical vestiges. The cave has many stalactites with different shapes that stimulate human imagination and amaze visitors. |
| 09:30 – 10:00 | Brunch & Check-out - Return to the ship to finalize check-out procedures while enjoying a final, delightful brunch at our restaurant. |
| 11:00 – 11:30 | Disembarkation - We arrive back at Tuan Chau Marina, where we bid you a warm farewell as your journey with us concludes. |
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* Please note that the itinerary may be subject to change without prior notice.
Inclusions
- Luxury room and facilities as ordered.
- All onboard meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Kayaking, cooking demontration, Tai chi session, swimming in the sea (if the weather permits), squid fishing.
- English speaking tour guide and onboard service fee.
- Welcoming drink, two bottles of water in cabin.
- Onboard insurance, sightseeing fees and value added tax.
Exclusions
- Hanoi – Ha Long transportation (luxury van is available to be booked).
- Massage treatment (available to be booked in advance).
- Personal expenses and services not included in the service include.




